Asparagus with Orange Butter Recipe

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A simple orange butter is all that's needed to enhance the natural great taste of asparagus. For a pretty presentation when entertaining, group several spears and tie with orange peel strips.

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Asparagus with Orange Butter Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Yield: 4 Servings

5 10 15

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 tablespoon thawed orange juice concentrate
1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup water
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
Salt to taste

Directions

In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients until blended. In a large skillet, bring water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3-4 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter mixture, then add asparagus and toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt. Yield: 4 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (3/4 cup) equals 96 calories, 9 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 23 mg cholesterol, 97 mg sodium, 4 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 2 g protein.

Originally published as Asparagus with Orange Butter in Taste of Home Meals in Minutes Calendar Annual 2003, p5